Origin and history

The Evangelical Chapel of Volgelsheim is a monument located in the commune of the same name, in the Grand East region. The available data do not specify its period of construction or its detailed history, but its existence reflects a Protestant presence in this geographical area. Evangelical chapels, such as Volgelsheim, often play a central role in the community life of the Alsatian villages.

They reflect the importance of Protestant worship in an area marked by intense cultural and religious exchanges, especially since the Reformation. These buildings serve as both a place of prayer, a gathering and a symbol of identity for the inhabitants.